City of Austin Open Data Portal

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The City of Austin as a place to live

the_city_of_austin_as_a_place

The City of Austin as a place to work

the_city_of_austin_as_a_place_1

The City of Austin as a place to raise children

the_city_of_austin_as_a_place_2

The City of Austin as a place to retire

the_city_of_austin_as_a_place_3

The City of Austin as a place where I feel welcome

the_city_of_ausitn_as_a_place

Overall quality of life in the city

overall_quality_of_life_in

Which two items listed in Quality of Life do you think are Most Important for the City to provide? (Top Choice)

which_two_items_listed_in

Which two items listed in Quality of Life do you think are Most Important for the City to provide? (2nd Choice)

which_two_items_listed_in_1

How well the City of Austin is planning growth

how_well_the_city_of_austin

Job opportunities that match my skills

job_opportunities_that_match

Access to quality child care you can afford

access_to_quality_child_care

Access to affordable quality child care

access_to_affordable_quality

Access to quality health care you can afford

access_to_quality_health

Access to affordable quality health care

access_to_affordable_quality_1

Access to quality mental health care you can afford

access_to_quality_mental

Access to healthy food you can afford

access_to_healthy_food_you

Access to affordable quality food

access_to_affordable_quality_2

Access to quality housing you can afford

access_to_quality_housing

Access to affordable quality housing

access_to_affordable_quality_3

Availability of affordable housing for low/moderate income families

availability_of_affordable

Overall quality of development review, permitting and inspection services

overall_quality_of_development

Overall quality of planning and zoning services (Imagine Austin comprehensive plan, neighborhood/small area plans, zoning)

overall_quality_of_planning

Overall quality of planning, development review, permitting and inspection services

overall_quality_of_planning_1

City's effort to promote and assist small, minority and/or women-owned businesses

city_s_effort_to_promote

Overall quality of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

overall_quality_of_the_austin

Water and wastewater rates (cost)

water_and_wastewater_rates

Value of services received from Austin Energy

value_of_services_received

Which THREE of the items listed under Economic Opportunity and Affordability do you think are most important for the City to provide? (Top priority)

which_three_of_the_items

Which THREE of the items listed under Economic Opportunity and Affordability do you think are most important for the City to provide? (2nd priority)

which_three_of_the_items_1

Which THREE of the items listed under Economic Opportunity and Affordability do you think are most important for the City to provide? (3rd priority)

which_three_of_the_items_2

Overall quality of city parks and recreation

overall_quality_of_city_parks

Quality of City of Austin Park facilities (includes recreation, senior, nature, cultural centers and museums)

quality_of_city_of_austin

Overall quality of City of Austin parks and recreation programs or classes offered by the City

overall_quality_of_city_of

Ease of accessing parks from your home

ease_of_accessing_parks_from

Number of City of Austin parks

number_of_city_of_austin

Access to City walking/biking trails

access_to_city_walking_biking

Number of City of Austin walking/biking trails

number_of_city_of_austin_1

Appearance of City of Austin park grounds located in Austin

appearance_of_city_of_austin

Overall satisfaction with City of Austin swimming pools

overall_satisfaction_with

Quality of youth athletic programs offered by the City

quality_of_youth_athletic

Quality of adult athletic programs offered by the City

quality_of_adult_athletic

Quality of outdoor athletic fields in City of Austin parks (soccer/baseball fields, tennis courts)

quality_of_outdoor_athletic

Cleanliness of city streets and public areas

cleanliness_of_city_streets

Cleanliness of your neighborhood

cleanliness_of_your

Energy Conservation program

energy_conservation_program

Overall quality of wastewater services provided by Austin Water

overall_quality_of_wastewater

Overall management of stormwater runoff

overall_management_of

The water quality of lakes and streams

the_water_quality_of_lakes

Water Conservation programs within Austin

water_conservation_programs

Overall quality of drinking water provided by Austin Water

overall_quality_of_drinking

Quality of residential garbage collection

quality_of_residential_garbage

Quality of residential yard waste collection

quality_of_residential_yard

Household hazardous waste disposal service

household_hazardous_waste

Bulky item pick-up/removal services

bulky_item_pick_up_removal

Quality of residential curbside recycling services

quality_of_residential

Animal services (shelter, adoptions, animal control, etc.)

animal_services_shelter

Overall quality of health and human services provided by the City (social services, public health services, and restaurant inspections)

overall_quality_of_health

Shot for Tots and Big Shots program (immunizations)

shot_for_tots_and_big_shots

Medical assistance provided by EMS (overall quality of ambulance services)

medical_assistance_provided

I have frequent contact with friends and neighbors outside of my home

i_have_frequent_contact_with

Which THREE items in Health and Environment do you think are most important for the City to provide? (Top priority)

which_three_items_in_health

Which THREE items in Health and Environment do you think are most important for the City to provide? (2nd priority)

which_three_items_in_health_1

Which THREE items in Health and Environment do you think are most important for the City to provide? (3rd priority)

which_three_items_in_health_2

Overall quality of fire services

overall_quality_of_fire

Timeliness of fire department response to emergency location (how quickly firefighters respond to emergencies)

timeliness_of_fire_department

Flood control efforts

flood_control_efforts

Timeliness of EMS response to emergency location

timeliness_of_ems_response

Overall quality of police services

overall_quality_of_police

Speed of police response (how quickly police respond to emergencies)

speed_of_police_response

Enforcement of local traffic laws

enforcement_of_local_traffic

Overall quality of public safety services (i.e. police, fire and ambulance)

overall_quality_of_public

Adequacy of street lighting in your community

adequacy_of_street_lighting

Enforcement of local codes and ordinances

enforcement_of_local_codes

Overall quality of municipal court services (i.e. traffic and parking ticket processing, misdemeanor court cases, fine collection)

overall_quality_of_municipal

Water and wastewater utility response time to emergencies

water_and_wastewater_utility

I feel safe in my neighborhood during the day

i_feel_safe_in_my_neighborhood

I feel safe in my neighborhood at night

i_feel_safe_in_my_neighborhood_1

I feel safe in my home

i_feel_safe_in_my_home

I feel safe walking alone downtown during the day

i_feel_safe_walking_alone

I feel safe walking alone downtown at night

i_feel_safe_walking_alone_1

I feel safe in my workplace

i_feel_safe_in_my_workplace

I feel safe in city parks

i_feel_safe_in_city_parks

I feel prepared to help myself, my family, and my neighbors to respond to disasters and major emergencies

i_feel_prepared_to_help_myself

I have access to information and education on disasters and other major emergencies

i_have_access_to_information

I trust Austin Police Department (APD)

i_trust_austin_police

I trust Austin Fire Department (AFD)

i_trust_austin_fire_department

I trust Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

i_trust_emergency_medical

I am confident that in case of an emergency, my response will be delivered effectively

i_am_confident_that_in_case

I have sufficient knowledge and understanding of community laws, codes, and ordinances

i_have_sufficient_knowledge

I feel I was treated fairly during my enforcement process (arrests, tickets, warnings, code violations)

i_feel_i_was_treated_fairly

I feel I was treated fairly during my judicial process (traffic and parking ticket processing, fine collections, misdemeanor court case appearances)

i_feel_i_was_treated_fairly_1

Which THREE of the items listed in Safety do you think are most important for the City to provide? (Top priority)

which_three_of_the_items_3

Which THREE of the items listed in Safety do you think are most important for the City to provide? (2nd priority)

which_three_of_the_items_4

Which THREE of the items listed in Safety do you think are most important for the City to provide? (3rd priority)

which_three_of_the_items_5

Traffic flow on major highways (IH-35, Mopac Expy, US-183, Loop 360, SH- 71)

traffic_flow_on_major_highways

Traffic flow on major city streets (Congress Ave, Lamar Blvd, South First St, Burnet Rd, Parmer Lane, Riverside Drive, etc.)

traffic_flow_on_major_city

Transportation options (aside from personal vehicle) to get around Austin (e.g. ride share, but/train, bike, walk)

transportation_options_aside

Cost of transportation to get around Austin

cost_of_transportation_to

Timing of traffic signals on city streets

timing_of_traffic_signals

On-street bicycle accessibility (The City’s bicycle lane system/network)

on_street_bicycle

Off-street bicycle accessibility (The City’s urban trail network)

off_street_bicycle

Bicycle accessibility (The City's bicycle lane system/network)

bicycle_accessibility_the

Overall maintenance of major city streets

overall_maintenance_of_major

Condition of major city streets (Congress Ave, Lamar, South First, Burnet, etc.)

condition_of_major_city

Condition of streets in your neighborhood (residential streets)

condition_of_streets_in_your

Mowing and trimming along city streets

mowing_and_trimming_along

Pedestrian accessibility (availability/convenience of sidewalks and crosswalks)

pedestrian_accessibility

Overall maintenance of city sidewalks

overall_maintenance_of_city

Overall maintenance of city streets and sidewalks

overall_maintenance_of_city_1

Condition of sidewalks in your neighborhood (if sidewalks exist)

condition_of_sidewalks_in

I feel safe traveling with other drivers on the road

i_feel_safe_traveling_with

My travel time is predictable

my_travel_time_is_predictable

I understand the transportation options (besides driving a personal vehicle) available to me

i_understand_the_transportation_options_besides_driving_a_personal_vehicle_available_to_me

I feel comfortable using the transportation options (besides driving a personal vehicle) available to me

i_feel_comfortable_using_the_transportation_options_besides_driving_a_personal_vehicle_available_to_me

Which THREE of the items listed in Mobility do you think are most important for the City to provide? (Top priority)

which_three_of_the_items_6

Which THREE of the items listed in Mobility do you think are most important for the City to provide? (2nd priority)

which_three_of_the_items_7

Which THREE of the items listed in Mobility do you think are most important for the City to provide? (3rd priority)

which_three_of_the_items_8

Overall quality of city libraries

overall_quality_of_city

Materials at libraries

materials_at_libraries

Library programs

library_programs

Quality of cultural and learning services and programs in Austin (e.g. libraries, museums, cultural centers and events)

quality_of_cultural_and

Quality of the City's cultural and learning facilities (e.g. libraries, cultural centers, City museums)

quality_of_the_city_s_cultural

City-offered lifelong learning events, activities, and resources (Classes or learning materials)

city_offered_lifelong_learning

Austin is a place that honors and preserves my personal heritage

austin_is_a_place_that_honors

Which THREE of the items listed in Culture and Lifelong Learning do you think are most important for the City to provide? (Top priority)

which_three_of_the_items_9

Which THREE of the items listed in Culture and Lifelong Learning do you think are most important for the City to provide? (2nd priority)

which_three_of_the_items_10

Which THREE of the items listed in Culture and Lifelong Learning do you think are most important for the City to provide? (3rd priority)

which_three_of_the_items_11

Overall quality of services provided by the City of Austin

overall_quality_of_services

Overall quality of customer service provided by the City of Austin

overall_quality_of_customer

Services provided by the City’s 3-1-1 assistance telephone number

services_provided_by_the

Overall effectiveness of communication by the City of Austin

overall_effectiveness_of

The City’s effort to support dialogue between residents and government

the_city_s_effort_to_support

Civic engagement experience with the City

civic_engagement_experience

The City's efforts to be fair

the_city_s_efforts_to_be

The City's efforts to be transparent

the_city_s_efforts_to_be_1

The City’s efforts to support diversity by serving people equally regardless of their race, religion, ethnicity, age, or abilities

the_city_s_efforts_to_support

Overall value that you receive for your city tax dollars and fees

overall_value_that_you_receive

Overall quality of electric utility services provided by Austin Energy

overall_quality_of_electric

Austin Energy customer service

austin_energy_customer_service

Reliability of your electric service

reliability_of_your_electric

Water and wastewater utility customer service

water_and_wastewater_utility_1

Online options for conducting business with the City (e.g. utility bill, permits, class registration)

online_options_for_conducting

Condition of City facilities and buildings (e.g. clean, safe, accessible)

condition_of_city_facilities

Employees of the City of Austin are ethical in the way they conduct City business.

employees_of_the_city_of

Which THREE of the items listed in Government that works for all do you think are most important for the City to provide? (Top priority)

which_three_of_the_items_12

Which THREE of the items listed in Government that works for all do you think are most important for the City to provide? (2nd priority)

which_three_of_the_items_13

Which THREE of the items listed in Government that works for all do you think are most important for the City to provide? (3rd priority)

which_three_of_the_items_14

Safety in city parks and park facilities

safety_in_city_parks_and

Safety of equipment or playscapes in City of Austin parks

safety_of_equipment_or

Satisfaction with City of Austin aquatic programs or classes

satisfaction_with_city_of

Cleanliness of library facilities

cleanliness_of_library

Library hours

library_hours

Safety of your drinking water

safety_of_your_drinking_water

Code enforcement of weed lots, abandoned vehicles, graffiti and dilapidated buildings

code_enforcement_of_weed

Helpfulness of library staff

helpfulness_of_library_staff

Review services for residential and commercial building plans

review_services_for

The City’s efforts to offer financial literacy/homebuyer education

the_city_s_efforts_to_offer

Food Safety Inspection program

food_safety_inspection_program

Neighborhood planning/zoning efforts

neighborhood_planning_zoning

Accessibility of municipal court services

accessibility_of_municipal

Have you visited an Austin City park?

have_you_visited_an_austin

Have you used a City of Austin walking/biking trail?

have_you_used_a_city_of_austin

Have you participated in a City of Austin recreation program/event?

have_you_participated_in

Have you visited a City pool?

have_you_visited_a_city_pool

Have you visited a City recreation center?

have_you_visited_a_city

Have you used the City’s bicycle lane system/network?

have_you_used_the_city_s

Have you used the City’s urban trail network?

have_you_used_the_city_s_1

Have you visited an Austin library facility?

have_you_visited_an_austin_1

Have you participated in a City of Austin library program?

have_you_participated_in_1

Have you participated in a lifelong learning activity in the past 3 months (learning activity or class unrelated to work)

have_you_participated_in_2

Attended a cultural event or program organized by the City in the past 6 months

attended_a_cultural_event

Have you had contact with the City of Austin Municipal Court?

have_you_had_contact_with

Have you had contact with the City for Code Enforcement?

have_you_had_contact_with_1

Have you visited the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport?

have_you_visited_the_austin

Have you had contact with Austin Public Health? (social services, public health services, etc.)

have_you_had_contact_with_2

Have you visited the Austin Animal Center?

have_you_visited_the_austin_1

Have you called 3-1-1?

have_you_called_3_1_1

Have you called 9-1-1?

have_you_called_9_1_1

Have you had contact with the Austin Police Department?

have_you_had_contact_with_3

Have you had contact with the Austin Fire Department?

have_you_had_contact_with_4

Have you had contact with the Emergency Medical Services Department?

have_you_had_contact_with_5

Have you had contact with the Planning and Zoning department (zoning, neighborhood/small area plans, Imagine Austin comprehensive plans)

have_you_had_contact_with_6

Have you had contact with the City’s Development Services department? (permitting, inspections)

have_you_had_contact_with_7

Does Austin Energy provide your electric service?

does_austin_energy_provide

Does the City of Austin collect garbage at your residence?

does_the_city_of_austin

Does the City of Austin provide your home with water and wastewater services?

does_the_city_of_austin_1

Have you participated in a City of Austin Parks youth athletic program?

have_you_participated_in_3

Have you participated in a City of Austin Parks adult athletic program?

have_you_participated_in_4

Have you visited a City of Austin outdoor athletic field? (soccer/baseball field, tennis court)

have_you_visited_a_city_of

Have you used park equipment, such as playscapes, while visiting a City of Austin Park?

have_you_used_park_equipment

Have you participated in a City of Austin aquatic program or class?

have_you_participated_in_5

Approximately how many years have you lived in the City of Austin?

approximately_how_many_years

Which of the following best describes your AGE?

which_of_the_following_best

How many children in each of the following age groups live in your household (Ages 0-5)

how_many_children_in_each

How many children in each of the following age groups live in your household (Ages 6-13)

how_many_children_in_each_1

How many children in each of the following age groups live in your household (Ages 14-17)

how_many_children_in_each_2

How many children, if any, do you have in your household who use childcare services such as daycare, after school programs, and/or camps?

how_many_children_if_any

How many dependents (including yourself) did your household claim on its most recent federal taxes?

how_many_dependents_including

Which of the following best describes your RACE? African American

which_of_the_following_best_1

Which of the following best describes your RACE? American Indian

which_of_the_following_best_2

Which of the following best describes your RACE? Asian/Pacific Islander

which_of_the_following_best_3

Which of the following best describes your RACE/Ethnicity? Hispanic

which_of_the_following_best_4

Which of the following best describes your RACE/Ethnicity? Middle Eastern

which_of_the_following_best_5

Which of the following best describes your RACE? Caucasian/White

which_of_the_following_best_6

Which of the following best describes your RACE? Other

which_of_the_following_best_7

Which of the following best describes your RACE? Define

which_of_the_following_best_8

Are you Hispanic, Latino, or of other Spanish ancestry?

are_you_hispanic_latino_or

Race/Ethnicity Recode

race_ethnicity_recode

Which of the following best describes your annual household income?

which_of_the_following_best_9

Did your household reduce the total number of cars owned/leased in the household by one or more within the last year?

did_your_household_reduce_the_total_number_of_cars_owned_leased_in_the_household_by_one_or_more_within_the_last_year_

Please check all of the following reasons why. [Lack of a driver's license]

please_check_all_of_the_following_reasons_why_lack_of_a_driver_s_license_

Please check all of the following reasons why. [Cars are not available]

please_check_all_of_the_following_reasons_why_cars_are_not_available_

Please check all of the following reasons why. [Prefer to use other transportation modes]

please_check_all_of_the_following_reasons_why_prefer_to_use_other_transportation_modes_

Please check all of the following reasons why. [It is easy to walk places]

please_check_all_of_the_following_reasons_why_it_is_easy_to_walk_places_

Please check all of the following reasons why. [Fewer drivers in the household]

please_check_all_of_the_following_reasons_why_fewer_drivers_in_the_household_

Please check all of the following reasons why. [Could not afford to keep the car]

please_check_all_of_the_following_reasons_why_could_not_afford_to_keep_the_car_

Please check all of the following reasons why. [Other]

please_check_all_of_the_following_reasons_why_other_

Which of the following BEST describes your employment status?

which_of_the_following_best_10

What is the zip code where you work (primary employment)?

what_is_the_zip_code_where

What is your gender?

what_is_your_gender

What is your gender (other)?

what_is_your_gender_other

Do you own or rent your home?

do_you_own_or_rent_your_home

What is your HOME zip code? (Self-Reported)

what_is_your_home_zip_code

Zip Code

zip_code

City

city

State

state

Council District

council_district

Block Level X Longitude

block_level_x_longitude

Block Level Y Latitude

block_level_y_latitude

Date as of Date

date_as_of_date

Q2A - If you are dissatisfied with any of the items listed in Quality of Life, why?

q2a_if_you_are_dissatisfied_with_any_of_the_items_listed_in_quality_of_life_why_

Q4A - If you are dissatisfied with any of the items listed in Economic Opportunity and Affordability, why?

q4a_if_you_are_dissatisfied_with_any_of_the_items_listed_in_economic_opportunity_and_affordability_why_

Q6A - If you are dissatisfied with any of the items listed in Health and Environment, why?

q6a_if_you_are_dissatisfied_with_any_of_the_items_listed_in_health_and_environment_why_

Q8A - If you are dissatisfied with any of the items listed in Safety, why?

q8a_if_you_are_dissatisfied_with_any_of_the_items_listed_in_safety_why_

Q10A - If you are dissatisfied with any of the items listed in Mobility, why?

q10a_if_you_are_dissatisfied_with_any_of_the_items_listed_in_mobility_why_

Q12A - If you are dissatisfied with any of the items listed in Culture and Lifelong Learning, why?

q12a_if_you_are_dissatisfied_with_any_of_the_items_listed_in_culture_and_lifelong_learning_why_

Q14A - If you are dissatisfied with any of the items listed in Government that Works for All, why?

q14a_if_you_are_dissatisfied_with_any_of_the_items_listed_in_government_that_works_for_all_why_

Q14A - Government that Works for All Topics

q14a_government_that_works_for_all_topics

Q25 - If there was one thing you could share with the Mayor regarding the City of Austin (any comment, suggestion, etc.), what would it be?

q25_if_there_was_one_thing_you_could_share_with_the_mayor_regarding_the_city_of_austin_any_comment_suggestion_etc_what_would_it_be_

Q25 - One thing to share with Mayor Topics

q25_one_thing_to_share_with_mayor_topics

Quality of Life Topics

quality_of_life_topics

Economic Opportunity and Affordability Topics

economic_opportunity_and_affordability_topics

Mobility Topics

mobility_topics

Health and the Environment Topics

health_and_the_environment_topics

Safety Topics

safety_topics

Government That Works for All Topics

government_that_works_for_all_topics

Culture and Lifelong Learning Topics

culture_and_lifelong_learning_topics

Share with the Mayor Topics

share_with_the_mayor_topics